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3.00 Credits
A political analysis approach to the federal system of American national government is made. The traditional branches of the national government are thoroughly examined. The student is expected to acquire a strong understanding of the Constitution. However, serious changes are taking place in both the nation and the modern world which affect governance. A critical approach will consider procedures, issues, and policy proposals to develop understanding of the realities of national politics and policy. Offered every semester. Three credits.
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A survey of the basic principles of political philosophy from the Western tradition. This course examines fundamental ideas about the political good suggested by classical philosophers. Readings will normally include selections from Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, and Aquinas. Offered Fall semester. Three credits.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the basic principles of political philosophy from the Western tradition. This course examines fundamental ideas about the political good suggested by modern philosophers. Readings will normally include selections from Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant, Hegel, and Nietzsche. Recommended: PS 135. Offered Spring semester. Three credits.
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The making of public policy affecting the private sector will be analyzed. An examination of the structure and processes of federal agencies dealing with business, with stress put on independent regulatory agencies. Some comparisons to practices of other countries are explored. Designed for freshmen and sophomores. Offered Spring semester. Three credits.
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The structures, functions, and relationships of the various units of state and local government are presented, and their linkage to the federal government is analyzed. Important policy issues are analyzed and office-holders are invited to speak in class. A term paper on a local or state unit or function, or a profile of an officeholder, will be required. Offered Spring semester. Three credits.
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The primary objective of this course is to present to the student basic principles and methods of the American Criminal Justice System. It will discuss aspects of crime, means of social control, law enforcement, and the operation of criminal courts. Offered Spring semester. Three credits.
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This course studies the process of international relations from a variety of perspectives. The three levels of international politics are analyzed; the different state and non-state actors are examined; the balance of power concept and its alternatives are addressed; and the future of the national state system is examined. Several major models commonly used to understand the international system are explored. Not recommended for freshmen. Prerequisite: PS 121. Offered Fall semester. Three credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course is concerned with the political environment, styles, theories and decisions of public administrators. Organization theories, accountability and leadership, budgeting and relationships between governmental units will be discussed. This is a required course for the Public Administration minor. Offered Fall semester. Three credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the institutions (i.e., Congress, the Presidency, and the Courts) of American government in the order that they are presented in the United States Constitution. The Constitution itself, thus, serves as the guide. Students read relevant chapters from The Federalist in order to gain a full appreciation of the aims of the Founders in terms of the design and intent of the governing institutions. Students delve into a good deal of relevant literature, both primary and secondary in nature. Offered Fall semester. Three credits.
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This course introduces the student to various fields of the law, especially the objectives and reasoning pursued in criminal law, contract law and negligence law. The proper ways of stating a case and presenting it to a court will be fully discussed, and the merits and weaknesses of illustrative cases will be subjected to comprehensive analysis. The course is not only a preparation for those wishing to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), but a background for participation in College Mock Trial team competition. Each class (I to IV) has a different case associated with it. Prerequisite: must be on Mock Trial team. Offered Fall semester. One credit per semester up to four total credits.
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